John Howell’s Essential Cuts (07/10) – Kirby Presents His Defense & The IMA Speaks Out 

*Ike Ejiochi presents Kirby’s defense of his decision to send cluster munitions to Ukraine. 

*Bret Gogoel, WLS Defacto Sports Director, previews the format, the players, and the dingers coming at the 2023 Home Run Derby. 

*Mark Denzler, President and CEO of the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association, discusses two bills that are sitting with Governor Pritzker that the IMA believes will do more harm than good. 

*Plus, Jason Nathanson and John Howell ask – why is it en vogue to throw things at singers performing on stage?